Winston-Salem Camp Discovery (Resident)
Winston-Salem Camp Discovery offers themed day camp experiences for children aged 5-12, focusing on recreation, education, and social development within the ...
▌ Editor's read The provided website, https://www.cityofws.org/2905/Out-of-School-Programs-, loads successfully and details various out-of-school programs, including Camp Discovery. This is a day camp program for children aged 5-12, offered by Winston-Salem Recreation & Parks. The camp runs weekly with different themes, such as 'Superheroes' and 'Under the Sea,' and operates from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. The cost is $75 per week. The website does not mention ACA accreditation, nor does a search of the ACA directory yield results for 'Winston-Salem Camp Discovery' or 'Winston-Salem Recreation & Parks.' There is no specific information regarding staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies on the provided page. Google reviews for 'Winston-Salem Recreation & Parks' show a rating of 4.3 stars from 116 reviews, with general positive comments about park facilities and community programs, but no specific reviews for Camp Discovery. The Facebook handle for Winston-Salem Recreation & Parks is 'WinstonSalemRecreationAndParks'.
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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized
Who thrives here Ages 6–21
Winston-Salem Camp Discovery (Resident) fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given specialty program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Municipal parks department
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Specialty
- Ages: 6–21
- Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
- Address: 201 N Main St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
- Phone: (336) 727-8000
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Winston-Salem Camp Discovery (Resident)
- What ages does Winston-Salem Camp Discovery (Resident) accept?
- Winston-Salem Camp Discovery (Resident) is open to children ages 6–21. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does Winston-Salem Camp Discovery (Resident) cost?
- Winston-Salem Camp Discovery (Resident) publishes $75/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Winston-Salem Camp Discovery (Resident)'s hours?
- Winston-Salem Camp Discovery (Resident) runs 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Winston-Salem Camp Discovery (Resident)?
- Winston-Salem Camp Discovery (Resident) is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Winston-Salem Camp Discovery (Resident) provide lunch?
- Winston-Salem Camp Discovery (Resident) does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
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